Derek Bryan Sender

December 3, 1980 - January 22, 2020
Derek Bryan Sender

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Derek Bryan Sender (aka ‘Pookie’), beloved son of Jayne (Winandy) Sender and Dennis S. Sender; stepson of Pam Sender; brother of Jeremy, Danielle, Jason, Deanna, and Scott; uncle to Autumn Sender; nephew of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Winandy and Dr. and Mrs. Ira Sender, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020 in Wilmington, NC. He was 39 years old.

Derek loved gymnastics, soccer, wrestling, the Chicago Cubs, classic cars and his best canine buddy, Keiki. His passing leaves a painful void in the hearts of all those who love him.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations in Derek’s memory to be made to the (ASPCA) through www.tmcfunding.com.

Services for immediate family will be held in Wilmington, but we encourage all who knew and cared for him to please celebrate his life and memory.

Please share memories and condolences with the family by clicking on the “Post a Condolence” tab below.

Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington NC 28403
910.791.9099


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  • February 06, 2020
    Freeman Landscape, Inc. says:
    We are still in shock at Freeman Landscape. Derek was such a bright light at this company. His co-workers enjoyed working with him and cutting up during the day. He would always come into my office and wish me a good evening and just say hello. What a beautiful person Derek was; he meant so much to so many. Words cannot express how much we are going to miss him. My prayers for the Sender Family and our deepest sympathy.

  • February 15, 2020
    Don and Jean (Winandy) Evinger says:
    Our deepest sympathy to Jayne, Dennis and the family upon this tragic loss. Although we did not have the pleasure of knowing Derek, the loss of a child at any age is traumatic. Please know that our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

  • March 16, 2021
    Jill Braverman (and family) says:
    To Derek's family... I just came upon this... I am deeply saddened by Derek's passing. I know it has been years... but I will always have fond memories of the family... My heart is broken for all of you ....